Leo Almazora

Leo Almazora has been the resident US News Writer for InvestmentNews since February 2024. 

An experienced journalist, he honed his understanding of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, and wealth technology over seven years of conversations with portfolio managers, advisors and other industry experts and insiders over the course of nearly a decade. 

In his spare time, he enjoys running (he's run a full mary once, and is hoping to make it twice), singing, biking, listening to audiobooks, or doing some combination thereof.

Email him at [email protected].

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Advisors' appetite for alternatives is only getting stronger, says CAIS
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 09, 2024
Advisors' appetite for alternatives is only getting stronger, says CAIS

Joint survey research with Mercer reveals nine-tenths currently have an alts allocation, and just as many are looking to increase their exposure.

Are young Americans falling short on their financial ABCs?
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 09, 2024
Are young Americans falling short on their financial ABCs?

Survey findings reveal low levels of financial literacy among high school, college students, and new workers, with just one-fourth reporting high concerns around their ability to retire in their 60s.

Ameriprise selects Brian Mora to lead experienced advisor recruitment
NEWS WIREHOUSES DEC 09, 2024
Ameriprise selects Brian Mora to lead experienced advisor recruitment

The seasoned professional with more than two decades' experience at the firm will take charge of a nationwide team to draw top-caliber veteran talent.

$30B MAI Capital makes another move in Maryland
NEWS RIAS DEC 09, 2024
$30B MAI Capital makes another move in Maryland

The Ohio-based RIA's deal for an independent wealth firm in Connecticut adds $350 million in assets under management to its book of business.

Vanguard taps Fidelity veteran Joana Rotenberg for wealth and advice unit
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 09, 2024
Vanguard taps Fidelity veteran Joana Rotenberg for wealth and advice unit

The asset management giant's new division, set to launch next year, comes as the firm announces other hires to shake up its leadership.

Focus Financial reveals fourth wealth hub in continuing merger strategy
NEWS RIAS DEC 09, 2024
Focus Financial reveals fourth wealth hub in continuing merger strategy

The PE-backed RIA platform has selected LA-based multifamily office Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman as its first ever business management center.

Edelman's director of financial planning lands at Prime Capital
NEWS BROKER DEALERS DEC 09, 2024
Edelman's director of financial planning lands at Prime Capital

The firm's first-ever financial advisor in New York City, Stu Berrin brings over 30 years of industry experience to his new role as managing director and partner.

LPL grows Florida footprint with JPMorgan, Valic advisor alums
NEWS BROKER DEALERS DEC 09, 2024
LPL grows Florida footprint with JPMorgan, Valic advisor alums

The newest additions to the broker-dealer giant's network previously managed a collective $750 million in client assets at their former firms.

Crypto still niche, but risky for 401(k) investors, says GAO
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 05, 2024
Crypto still niche, but risky for 401(k) investors, says GAO

Research unpacks how limitations in data, lack of standard guidelines, and evidence of volatility linked to Bitcoin create uncertainties for retirement savers.

Wells Fargo taps JPMorgan alum as new regional market head
NEWS WIREHOUSES DEC 05, 2024
Wells Fargo taps JPMorgan alum as new regional market head

The industry veteran's appointment to lead the firm's New England and Upstate New York operations comes amid a broader Eastward expansion.